Forks Need a set of forks

[IslandTractor]

There are cheaper and lighter forks available for CUTs. Not sure about the JD mount however as I've seen them in universal skidsteer mount. The set from Frontier is nice looking though. The cheaper ones I've seen are not infinitely adjustable and that is a nice feature.

 

[John in the UP]

Gizmo-

You're looking at the bracket for the lower attaching pins. The linch pins go thru the back side (unseen in that photo) to hold the bottom of the fork carriage to the loader brackets. The same pins hold the bucket on too.

I suppose if the fork frame was wider, that area would be better "protected" - so far it hasn't caused me a problem and, well, let's just say in that first 20 hours of use, there was a little abuse that occurred...

-John

 

[Runner]

I have the Frontier 42 inch fixed tine forks on a 2520 and like them. I don't think they weigh 425 lbs, maybe more like 250 or 300 tops. Just to give an idea of how the weight affects lifting performance, I needed to unload my backhoe which weighed about 800 lbs from my pickup. I was able to lift that load to about 4 feet but no more.

There are some posts (with pictures) on here of lifting 1300 lbs or so, but only a foot or two off the ground.

The Frontier forks seem to be pretty heavy-duty, more so than what the 2520 probably needs, but at least I know I won't bend or break them.

 

[Gizmo2]

Decided to just go out and get the Frontier Forks.


Chain slot

 

[Gizmo2]

BTW, This is the manufactures label on my JD Frontier pallet forks......

 

[Oleozz]

I was going to recommend Horning Pallet Forks made in Mifflinburg, Pa and sold at several different locations across the state. Price is right and they are well constructed but it looks like you already made your decision.

 

[Runner]

Gizmo,

You're going to love them. I use mine all the time. In my opinion, they are money well spent.

Have fun.

 

[kernal]

Gizmo,
I picked up a set of Frontier forks Sat, your look alot heavier duty than the ones I got. But they did work great for moving brush and the trees I cut down.

 

[Gizmo2]

Kernal,
I did not get the set I thought I was going to get, these are made by Horst but sold by my dealer????? I'd like to see the set you have.

 

[canoetrpr]

Horst makes some really decent stuff. I'm willing to bet that they are heavier duty than the Frontier ones.... don't quote me on that of course. They are local to me and I have a Horst toothbar and a Horst bale spear.

Personally I would happily pick them over many others for things like forks, grapples, QA brackets, bale spears etc.